Join Aurora Innovation as a Senior Staff Machine Learning Engineer

Who We Are
Aurora Innovation (Nasdaq: AUR) is at the forefront of self-driving technology, striving to make transportation safer, more accessible, reliable, and efficient. Our pioneering self-driving system, the Aurora Driver, supports multiple vehicle types from freight-hauling semi-trucks to ride-hailing passenger vehicles. Aurora’s driver-as-a-service products, Aurora Horizon and Aurora Connect, are set to revolutionize the future of trucking and ride-hailing. We collaborate with industry leaders like Toyota, FedEx, Volvo Trucks, PACCAR, Uber, Uber Freight, U.S. Xpress, Werner, Covenant, Schneider, and Ryder. Stay updated on our latest news at and follow us on Twitter .

We Are Hiring: Senior Staff Machine Learning Engineer

We are looking for a talented and diverse Machine Learning Engineer to join our Maps ML team. This team plays a crucial role in providing real-time map data to the Aurora driver. As part of the team, you will:

• Lead and collaborate with the Online Maps autonomy team to enhance and implement perception algorithms.
• Research and develop state-of-the-art deep learning and machine learning models for diverse scenarios.
• Develop novel verification and validation technologies and techniques.
• Partner with online maps, simulation, and safety engineers to ensure robust mapping technology.
• Build infrastructure and tests for crucial deployment decisions of the Aurora Driver.
• Integrate, test, and deploy production-ready solutions into the Aurora Driver’s codebase.

Required Qualifications

• Exceptional software engineering skills in Python and/or C++.
• Extensive experience with deep learning frameworks like PyTorch, JAX, or TensorFlow.
• Proven expertise in Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, or relevant AI fields, supported by industry experience or a strong publication record.

Desirable Qualifications

• Industry experience in self-driving vehicles, autonomy, or robotics projects.
• Contributions to open-source projects.
• Noteworthy track record in machine learning, validated by top-tier publications.
• Relevant conference experience in fields like CVPR, ECCV, ICCV, ICML, NeurIPS, JMLR, RSS, SIGGRAPH, etc.

The base salary range for this position is $212,000-$340,000 annually. Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location with starting pay based on factors like skills, experience, and market conditions. This range can be modified in the future. Successful candidates are also eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

Why Work at Aurora?

At Aurora, we unite extraordinarily talented and experienced individuals under a set of core values. We operate with integrity, strive for outrageous goals, and build a collaborative culture. Our offices across the U.S. encourage cross-functional teamwork.

We offer competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with additional support like medical transportation reimbursement, fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits. We empower employees and their families with diverse physical, mental, and financial well-being options.

Our Learning and Development offerings, including Aurora Academy, ensure continuous up-leveling of our team. Explore career opportunities on our and stay informed through our .

Safety is central to everything we do. At Aurora, everyone has a role in contributing to safety, fostering a culture of trust and responsibility. We seek candidates dedicated to our long-term success, prioritizing safety at every turn.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We believe in a diverse workforce that mirrors the communities we serve. Aurora is devoted to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity, teamwork, and trust drive our best work. Our 15 employee-led Aurora Unified Groups champion diverse voices and collaboration.

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